Senior Manager – Marketing

About Quest Alliance:

At Quest Alliance we transform learning ecosystems through education technology, capacity building, and collaboration to build 21st-century skills for learners and facilitators

We are a not-for-profit trust that focuses on research-led innovation and advocacy in the field of teaching and learning. We engage with educators, civil society, government institutions and corporate organizations to demonstrate and enable scalable and replicable solutions in school education and vocational training

At Quest you will get the opportunity to apply your skills and contribute to addressing issues around quality education and skills training. The organization gives you the space to learn and grow in a fun and engaging environment. We have an eclectic group of people working at Quest drawn from diverse disciplines including Education, Technology, Design, Youth

Role Summary

The Senior Manager – Marketing & Communication is responsible for leading Quest Alliance's communications strategy, brand positioning, and content ecosystem across verticals including Schools, Youth, Business Development, Knowledge Hub, People, Quest Experience Lab, and the flagship annual event Quest2Learn (Q2L). The role includes brand development, content leadership, campaign management, event communications, team management, and cross-functional collaboration. The role will work closely with program teams, leadership, design, and digital teams to ensure that the organization's communication efforts are unified, compelling, and aligned with its mission.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications & Brand Development

• Define, refine, and implement the integrated brand and communications strategy
• Position Quest Alliance within the education and skilling ecosystem with a consistent narrative
• Develop cross-platform campaigns to build visibility, thought leadership, and engagement
• Measure communications effectiveness against pre-agreed metrics and make improvements based on data
• Build and implement content strategies for Schools, Youth, QEL, Knowledge Hub, BD, and other teams
• Supervise creation of articles, blogs, reports, newsletters, AVs, case studies, and presentations
• Ensure all communications align with program strategies and organizational impact
• Collaborate with research and data teams to turn insights into storytelling
• Develop systems for collecting stories and testimonials from learners, teachers, partners, and government stakeholders
• Conduct or oversee field visits to gather case stories, quotes, and multimedia content

Event Communications & Campaigns

• Lead end-to-end communications for key organizational events including Q2L, Annual Staff Meet, Funders' Collaborative
• Oversee pre-event promotion, branding, AV setup, live coverage, and post-event storytelling
• Manage vendors for design, production, and technical execution

Team Leadership and Coordination

• Manage and mentor a team of Communications professionals
• Set performance goals, review progress, and mentor team towards professional growth
• Align content production with program needs and manage the communications calendar
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and performance reviews for team members
• Regularly track and report communication performance
• Ensure timely documentation and internal reporting of communications outcomes
• Archive all communication materials and ensure compliance with branding guidelines

Internal Communications and Cross-Functional Support

• Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all program communication requirements
• Provide strategic communication inputs for Business Development, People, and Knowledge Hub teams
• Lead the content creation and dissemination for annual reports
• Ensure smooth coordination across social media, digital, design, and program teams

Skills and Experience Required

• Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
• 7-10 years of experience in strategic communications, brand management, or marketing
• Demonstrated ability to manage brand identity and integrated campaigns
• Strong editorial, visual storytelling, and content development skills
• Experience in team leadership, performance management, and mentorship
• Experience in event-based communications and campaign execution
• Background in education, development, or nonprofit sector preferred

Salary: The pay band for the position starts at Rs. 1,20,000/-per month (cost to company)
(The salary offered will be commensurate with the experience and expertise of the candidate)

To Apply :

Interested internal candidates are requested to apply for the role by filling out the application form here.

At Quest Alliance, we pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities employer, embracing applications from all segments of the community. We are committed to ensuring that every applicant and employee is treated with fairness and respect, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, social status, caste, religious belief, age, or any other factor that is irrelevant to performance. Your individuality is valued and respected within our organization.

Know About Quest

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About the Team and Culture

Everyday is a Friday – How we make our workplace fun

Quest Day – Our Bday celebrated with people we love, and there is food & music

What our partners & collaborators say? – see here

Annual All Staff Meet – From Goa, Kumarakom, Coorg, Bodh Gaya & Puducherry this is where all employees meet to celebrate their learning & relationships.

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